Immediately we were overwhelmed by the smell of mold in room 133. We left the door open hoping to…read moreclear some of it with fresh air. Not much help.. opened the drapes to try and open windows , noticed the absolute filth along the baseboard area about 4" wide. Sat on the couch and kept going until my knees were chest high. My husband was soooo uncomfortable he refused to sit on it at all. Plumbing was abysmal, toilets barely flushed. Breakfast was subpar. We went out instead of eating there. We have stayed there twice before when visiting family. Never again.

The king bed I had was very comfortable. I sink in just a little to comfort my back but firm enough…read moreto stay on my side of the bed. It was a great night sleep after driving 5 hours. The office chair is modern. I appreciated the microwave and the mini refrigerator. There is grocery and gas stations nearby. The lobby allowed my late check in and they always picked up the phone when I called. Great reception. And free breakfast! I want to buy the same bed for me back home! I booked directly so I think I got a fair price for California.

We were traveling out of town and going to arrive late. We called and they said no problem. When we…read morearrived it was a quick check in process. You have to use your key on the wall to get most of the lights to work. The room was clean and cozy. The fridge was cold, and there is both coffee and tea. The beds were so comfortable and so were the pillows. A very comfortable nights sleep. We didn't have a chance to have breakfast at it is from 6-9am. The check out is simple just drop keys into the box at the front desk.

My family and I stayed here May 26 to May 28, 2026. My daughter ended up with HIVES and I was itchy…read moreby the end of our stay. My daughter has a fractured ankle (unrelated) so when we entered the room, on May 26, 2026, we had our daughter sit on the couch while we wiped down the rest of the room. Nothing too crazy but the remote was sticky, there were a couple of hairs in the sink, and the door handle to the bathroom was pretty gross. Everything else was relatively clean and there were no bed bugs on the bed or curtains. I thought we were safe. Then I saw my daughter's back after her shower. I've included a picture. I couldn't pinpoint the source of the issue yet so we put lotion on her and went to bed. The next day we went to the Safari Park so we weren't in the room until the evening. That's when I sat on the couch. Within a few minutes. I started to get itchy. I immediately got off the couch and showered. So now we've identified the issue. The couch. By this time, we were already packed up to check out the next morning so it didn't make sense to switch rooms and have to wipe down another room. At check out, on May 28, 2026, I informed the front desk about the issue with couch and let them know that they should inspect it. I didn't ask for compensation, just that they need to clean the couch and possible steam it because I suspected that it was dust or dust mites that caused the reactions. On the morning June 2, 2026, our daughter still had red marks on her back so this must be more serious than I initially thought. I called Marriott customer service. Janice was so nice, apologizing for the experience and offer to put in a request to refund one nights room rate and taxes. I thought that was fair and thank her. That evening, I get an email for Rachel Ramos, Operations manager of SpringHill Suites Escondido (cc to Devon Akpom, the General Manager, I believe), saying that they were denying the refund request because they looked in the room and "didn't see anything" except a June bug. Girl. Since when can you see dust or dust mites on a fabric couch? A dismissal with an add insult to my intelligence. I reached back out to Marriott customer service on June 3, 2026 and spoke with Gloria. She said she couldn't override their decision so I asked to the issue to be escalated. She said that maybe if I reached out to Rachel Ramos, that maybe they'll offer me Marriott Bonvoy points. I let her know that I'm not interested in Bonvoy points because if this issue isn't resolved, I won't be staying at any more Marriott Hotels. Today is June 4, 2026. My daughter still has red marks on her back, even after Children's Allegra and lotion. We'll have to take her to the pediatrician. Don't make the mistake I did of booking a room here.

Not a 5-Star quality hotel, but this place is very pleasant, clean, and comfortable. Desk personnel…read morewere all very personable and helpful. Free breakfast was pretty decent. I'd recommend this hotel for anyone watching their budget, especially those who need to stay close to the Kaiser Permanente San Marcos hospital. (By the way, that hospital is phenomenal! They are taking excellent care of my sister.)

Hampton Inn San Marcos maybe an older hotel but still charming in its own way. It's conveniently…read morelocated near the Twin Oaks Valley road exit off hwy 78, with many restaurants and shops near by. The room is comfortable albeit smaller than my expectations. There is only one elevator in the middle of guest rooms without sign. I walked right by it not seeing it the first time. There are 4 kinds of coffee and a snacks rack even late into the afternoon which is a definite plus for me. On the house breakfast is served daily 6-10am in the dining area. It's the no-frills type of place perfect for my needs.

i had a great time staying here at this hotel, i was here for 3 nights. during the day im not too…read moresure what it's like because duh i was at the beach, but at night it was a nice stay, i stayed on the 3rd floor! it was pretty clean and staff was nice. now the reason its 4 stars and not 5... i hate to be the one to say it, the hotel shower water pressure, not good. they did have a popcorn stand at check in popcorn was good a little stale, but they only had it the one day i was there which was a little sad. BUT THE MAIN THING THAT REALLY HURT MY FEELINGS, after 3 days of hiking around the beach, and walking around all the shops, i was so so ready to sit in the hot tub before a long drive back home... walk to the hot tub, get my feet in, COLD 70° no sign, no warning. i was sad. other than that i would stay here again, good pricing, good area.

* catching up on old backlogged drafts so this review may be a bit out of date…read more I was looking for a cheap place to stay after my work trip in San Diego while I was in town diving and exploring for a couple days. It was a last minute booking and I rented a car so I decided to book up north in Escondido for a cheaper rate. The hotel was definitely no frills and a bit outdated but it was decent for the price. I didn't make much use of the amenities as I wasn't at the hotel much but it was convenient and a fine stay.

Hotel is really clean and nice. Came here for a wedding and wasn't expecting much. But pleasantly…read moresurprised. Everyone at the check in desk was super friendly and helpful. Gaby checked us out and she was super friendly. Our room was beautiful. The bathroom is lovely with a gorgeous huge walk in shower. Only complaint is it was hard to do my makeup because the lighting is very dim, so being a lighted makeup mirror...loved the closet and refrigerator and nice tv. The mattress was super comfortable and comfy pillows too. Breakfast was yummy and loved the coffee and waffle bar. (Don't forget to flip it so the timer goes on, should have a direction for that!) the breakfast area was nice and also an outdoor patio with heater is great. Wanted to take a jacuzzi but it was full with people and it's not very big. The pool is big. The whole experience was great and I highly recommend staying here and hope to be back in future.

We stayed at Fairfield by Marriott for two nights while attending a wedding at Twin Oaks Garden…read moreEstate and were able to use a guest discount, although it still ended up being pretty pricey for a short stay. The room itself was what you would expect from a typical Marriott property. Clean, comfortable, and nothing out of the ordinary. The most disappointing part for me was the breakfast. As someone who eats plant based, my options were extremely limited. I ended up having oatmeal and bananas both mornings while watching most guests enjoy bacon and eggs. I was honestly expecting a bit more variety, especially fresh fruit, which feels like a basic for a standard Western hotel breakfast. On a positive note, the guy sitting on the bench outside was the best part. Overall, it was an okay stay, but I do wish there were more inclusive breakfast options, especially at that price point.

First of all Joel at the front desk helped my pregnant wife and I check in early and got us all…read moredialed, he was amazing. Secondly, you have EVERYTHING at your finger tips. Endless commercial centers with all the major brands like Target, Home Goods, walking distance to In N Out, Chipotle, Chick fila etc. Such a hidden gym and also right next to a freeway. This place has everything you need!

After a long day of work, I was exhausted and needed to find a nearby hotel at a rate that was…read morereimbursable through my employer. After doing a quick "around me" search, Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Diego-Escondido popped up. Doing a cross-check between Yelp and Google, I saw that they had pretty good reviews. Being that they only had two rooms available for the desired price, I did not hesitate to book the reservation. Although the establishment had good reviews pertaining to the cleanliness and amenities of the hotel, poor customer service was a reoccurring theme in the reviews that I read. Therefore, I was shocked when I entered the establishment and was warmly greeted by a front desk employee by the name of Mark. Mark informed me about the hotel's amenities (including the free breakfast) and quickly checked me in. He also saw that I had dinner from the nearby California Fish Grill (the hotel is in close proximity to many restaurants and fast food establishments) and offered my utensils...talk about being attentive! My third floor room was very clean and appropriately furnished (to my delight the room had both a refrigerator and microwave). Although the room faced the busy freeway, the insulation was so good that I could barely hear anything. I liked the little touches such as the mirror with built-in vanity lighting around the perimeter. My only gripe was that the television was a traditional model with a few cable channels; in 2025 I would expect all hotel rooms to be equipped with a SMART TV that has built-in streaming platforms (e.g., Netflix, HBO Max). The following day, I grabbed a coffee from the cafeteria and quickly checked out. I enjoyed my stay here and will return if I'm in the area again!

A small hotel in Escondido, close to freeway entrances and next to a Mexican restaurant, a small…read moreclothing store, and a market for groceries and snacks. This one has not as many sketchy characters hanging around, compared to other hotels in Escondido. Been here a few times.

Its not clean and look dirty, place is like homeless place, doesnt look safe. Not recommendedread more

Hotel was good and clean. The staff were super friendly and helpful. Loved my stay here.read more

This particular Residence Inn is located off the 78 freeway and Las Posas Road. You would think…read morethat it is convenient, but unfortunately, it is in a traffic ridden location. Driving in and out of the hotel was a pain. This hotel isn't your typical hotel with restaurants in it. There wasn't food nearby within the hotel so I had to rely on food delivery. At least with the rooms, you can prepare your own food which is a plus. Their continental breakfast was basic, but did the job. The rooms which are coined suites, are large and spacious. The big downfall is really the paper thin walls. Even when wearing earplugs, I can hear the next door neighbors. The noise kept waking me up, resulting in a bad nights sleep. I wouldn't stay here again. Also, they charge $5/day for onsite parking which is obnoxious.

I don't under why there are so many negative reviews. I wanted a clean, comfortable, and centrally…read morelocated place to sleep for cheap. After driving for many hours on a long road trip. This was it! Not only was this place right next to a yummy to go spot, it was comfortable, clean, and super close to shops and restaurants for the following day. Plus the owner was super nice and it was refreshing to have a nice conversation after such a long drive. I recommend this place if you're tired after a long drive, want a clean and comfortable room to rest.

BUYER BEWARE FALSE ADVERTISING…read more This place FALSELY advertises amenities that are not even available, only the mouthy boy at the front spoke any English and he was an atrocity to deal with. The absolute rudest phuck I have ever met. He verbally harassed me and then ordered his housekeeper not to service my room setting his employer up to be sued for discrimination. I was recording video the entire time as I was already uncomfortable and now im glad I have the evidence necessary to pursue a claim against this place for their in appropriate and illegal behavior.

We are in escrow for our new house. Needed a cheap place for a night. Cheap is what we got. People…read moresmoking outside our room, cockroaches in the bathroom and flimsy bedding. I was so tired after working all day and expecting to be in our house. I thought Wyndham was better quality than this, but I guess not. All I can say is "Gross!" Cockroaches spread diseases and give me the enbbie gebbies! Bring the bug spray!!!

Unbelievable. It's all I have to say. There's no way they should br renting rooms out to the…read morepublic. Ridiculous! Have a look for yourself. I asked the guy at the front desk to follow me to the room. He was in shocked that the room looked like a unfinished project. Beware. The walls are super thin, you can hear EVERYTHING!